Seeds of the Aran tree - Al-Zumkh (Searsia tripartita)

Common name: Aran Tree - Artan Scientific name: Searsia tripartita Also known as: Thimkh - Sumaq A dense, perennial mountain wild tree with many branches, its leaves are three-lobed, oval-shaped, shiny, and evergreen, characterized by its persistent greenness and fragrant flowers. It is also a drought-tolerant tree. What is the shape of the flowers of the Aran - Thimkh tree? Greenish-yellow clusters, fragrant flowers that bees visit, bloom during the spring. What is the shape of the seeds of the Aran - Thimkh tree? Hard, round, pressed seeds, reddish-brown in color. When is the planting season for the Aran - Thimkh tree? Planted in autumn and spring, and can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural reserves, enclosed or plastic-covered areas where temperature can be controlled, sunlight is available, or sufficient lighting exists for the plant. What is the suitable climate and soil for the Aran - Thimkh tree? It tolerates high temperatures and drought, thrives in hard and clayey soils. What is the method of cultivating the Aran - Thimkh tree? Propagated by cuttings or seeds soaked in warm water for one day before planting, then planted in soil at a depth not exceeding 1 cm. What are the benefits and uses of the Aran - Thimkh tree? It is cultivated for its fragrant flowers, and its roots are used in tanning, in addition to medicinal uses. Where is the native habitat of the Aran - Thimkh tree? Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.